Assistant Professor of Religion (Jews and Jewish Life in the Modern Mediterranean)

University of Southern California

The School of Religion in the Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the University of Southern California (Los Angeles, California) invites applications for a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Religion, specializing in Jews and Jewish life in the modern Mediterranean (ca. 1800 to present), anticipated to begin Fall 2014. Candidates should have a PhD by the start date and should have demonstrated the promise of excellence in both research and teaching.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit an electronic USC application; follow this job link or paste in a browser: https://jobs.usc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71944 . The applicant should upload a CV, a sample research paper, a statement of research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, as well as provide the names of three referees. Inquiries may be sent to religionsearch@dornsife.usc.edu . Review of applications will begin on October 15, though applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Materials submitted by regular mail will not be accepted. USC strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply.